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Three lifeguards have been cleared of any wrongdoing over the death of a swimmer in Northern Ireland. Christopher Rogers died aged 20 in 2017 after passing out during an underwater training session at the Orchard Leisure Centre in Armagh. Despite lying at the bottom of the pool for more than five minutes, no rescue attempt… Continue reading Lifeguards found not guilty over death of swimmer Christopher Rogers

London’s independent cinema, the Prince Charles Cinema, has claimed that they are under threat due to new terms being imposed by their landlord. The cinema alleges that the owner of the building has demanded an increase in rent to “significantly” above market rates and requested a new clause which could leave the cinema without a… Continue reading Prince Charles Cinema in London fears its future is at risk

The Scottish government has secured backing from the Liberal Democrats and the Scottish Greens to ensure that its budget plans will be passed. Finance Secretary, Shona Robison confirmed that she would table a series of amendments to the Budget Bill after both parties agreed to support the tax and spending plans. The Scottish Greens have… Continue reading Scottish Greens and Lib Dems agree to back Scottish budget

Police have re-arrested the driver of a car that crashed into a school tea party killing two eight-year-old girls in Wimbledon, southwest London. Claire Freemantle, 48, had “no recollection of what took place” following the deaths of Nuria Sajjad and Selena Lau on 6 July 2023. Following the Crown Prosecution Service’s decision last June not… Continue reading Wimbledon school crash: Woman rearrested over deaths of two girls

There is a growing sense of unease at Cardiff University as staff and unions reveal concerns that hundreds of jobs may be under threat. Academic departments have been summoned to give briefings to managers, with the suggestion that some departments may be merged and subjects affected in the process. While staff have undergone meetings with… Continue reading Cardiff University: Hundreds of jobs under threat due to funding black hole

Ozzy Osbourne and his Black Sabbath bandmates are being considered for the Freedom of Birmingham, and Sharon Osbourne couldn’t be happier. Speaking to BBC Radio WM, Osbourne said that her husband was very excited, and that “it means a lot to him to be recognised [by] his home”. The Birmingham City Council plans to discuss… Continue reading Black Sabbath honour 'means a lot' to Ozzy Osbourne

Zip World, the Welsh adventure company, has been sold in a deal that values the business at more than £100m. Dolphin Capital is the new owner of the Llanberis-based firm, although founder Sean Taylor retains a minority stake. Zip World has eight sites across Wales and England, including Velocity, the world’s fastest zip line, located… Continue reading Zip World: Adventure company sold in £100m deal

From next month, water bills in Scotland will increase by almost 10%. Scottish Water has stated that it is necessary to invest in infrastructure to address the impact of climate change, including periods of drought and intense rainfall. This follows an 8.8% increase last year and a 5% rise in 2023, indicating a growing need… Continue reading Scottish Water bills set to rise 9.9% in April

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A 61-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of fraudulently completing the UK citizenship tests for at least 14 applicants. Immigration enforcement investigators arrested the woman at an address in Enfield on Monday, as it’s believed she donned an array of wigs and disguises to avoid detection when taking the exams on behalf of others.… Continue reading Enfield: Woman held for taking Life in the UK tests 'in disguise'